Charlotte Court House weighs zoning changes for homes, accessory units
A July 20 hearing in Charlotte Court House covered proposed rules for manufactured homes, accessory units, temporary uses and zoning classifications; adoption is unconfirmed.
Charlotte, NC
Charlotte, North carolina (NC) offers an easygoing slice of the region where errands and outings are simple to plan. Locals often balance everyday routines with quick adventures-grabbing coffee, getting outside, or meeting up for dinner. Use this page when you want ideas for Charlotte NC-from food and coffee to parks, shopping, and local services. Bookmark a few ideas and pass along a recommendation.
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Bank of America Stadium renovation tops $1.3B; city share stays $650M
Charlotte’s Bank of America Stadium renovation now exceeds $1.3 billion, while the city’s approved share remains capped at $650 million. Here’s what to watch.
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Charlotte commuters face South Boulevard closure and Blue Line changes
Charlotte commuters face a South Boulevard closure through Aug. 14, Blue Line single-tracking through Aug. 9 and CATS bus detours near Scaleybark.
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I-77 South toll lanes: NC budget law requires local repayment unless CRTPO acts by Oct. 5
NC’s 2026 budget law adds a repayment trigger for local governments that voted to rescind I-77 South Express Lanes support—unless they reinstate by Oct. 5, 2026.
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South Boulevard southbound closure July 13–Aug. 14, plus Blue Line changes
Charlotte NC – Southbound South Boulevard closes July 13–Aug. 14 between Clanton Rd and Old Pineville Rd as the city and CATS do Blue Line drainage work.
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Blue Line single-tracking begins July 13 near Scaleybark as South Blvd closes
Starting Monday, July 13, CATS will run Blue Line single-track operations during peak periods and reroute nearby bus lines as South Blvd closes near Scaleybark.
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South Blvd southbound closure, LYNX Blue Line single-track start July 13
Charlotte NC – Southbound South Blvd closes July 13–Aug. 14 between Clanton and Old Pineville; Blue Line single-tracks July 13–Aug. 9 near Scaleybark.
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SouthPark’s Symphony Park renovation: start mid-fall 2026, reopen 2027
SouthPark families are planning an extended closure: renovations are expected to start mid-fall 2026 and reopen mid-fall 2027 after permitting and soil testing.
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NC budget repayment rule for I-77 South: 90-day clock for CRTPO votes
Charlotte NC – Signed July 7, 2026, NC’s budget gives a 90-day clock to undo a May 20 CRTPO I-77 rescission and potentially avoid reimbursement.
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Charlotte budget adopted: FY 2027 tax rate and fee changes for July 2026
Charlotte NC – FY 2027 budget adopted June 8: property tax rate set at 29.30¢ plus Charlotte Water, Storm Water and Solid Waste fee changes start July 1.
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Charlotte Duke Energy trims NC residential rate request to 11.6% for July 7 hearing
Duke Energy Carolinas reduced its proposed NC residential electric rate increase to 11.6% ahead of a July 7 expert-witness hearing—still pending regulators.
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Charlotte Water finishes Queens Rd repair; Stage 2 drought limits remain
Charlotte Water says crews finished a 12-inch Queens Road main repair, but restoration, detours, and mandatory Stage 2 drought limits continue for customers.
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Proposed North Carolina budget rule could make Charlotte-area governments repay I-77 South design costs if support is rescinded
A proposed change in North Carolina’s 2026 budget would create a “repayment if support is rescinded” mechanism for certain statewide transportation projects. For the I-77 South express-lanes effort, it could require Charlotte-area governments that voted to pull support after predevelopment begins to reimburse NCDOT for preliminary work—unless they reinstate support within a 90-day window.
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Mecklenburg County opens heat relief options as Charlotte faces 105-degree heat index
Charlotte NC – Mecklenburg County and Charlotte opened cooling centers, shelter help and CATS rides July 2-5 as forecasters warned of heat index values up to 105 degrees in Charlotte.
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Rob Harrington takes over as Charlotte’s interim mayor through December 2027
Charlotte NC – Rob Harrington was sworn in July 1 as Charlotte’s 60th mayor after City Council appointed him on June 22 to finish Vi Lyles’ term through December 2027.
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Mecklenburg County’s new 1% sales tax is now in effect
Mecklenburg County’s new 1% sales tax is now in effect, lifting the combined rate on most taxable purchases to 8.25% and directing revenue to roads and transit.
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Charlotte-area pump prices ease again: Regular $3.51, diesel $4.70 (June 30, 2026)
Charlotte NC Gas & Diesel Watch – AAA’s Charlotte metro averages (price as of 6/30/26) show regular and diesel down vs yesterday, with bigger drops vs last week/month.
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Charlotte approves Blue Line fare checks under CATS overhaul
Charlotte NC – City Council approved a three-year fare-inspection contract that starts on the Blue Line as CATS rolls out proof-of-payment rules and other fare changes.
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Charlotte-area pump prices ease again: Regular $3.526, diesel $4.706 (6/29/26)
Charlotte NC Gas & Diesel Watch – AAA’s Charlotte-Gastonia-Rock Hill averages hit $3.526 regular and $4.706 diesel on June 29, down vs yesterday.
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Charlotte names Robert Harrington interim mayor as Vi Lyles exits June 30
Charlotte NC – Charlotte City Council picked Robert Harrington as interim mayor; Vi Lyles resigns June 30 and Harrington takes office July 1 through December 2027.
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Charlotte City Council approves 150-day data center moratorium: permit and timeline impacts
Charlotte NC – After a June 8 vote, Charlotte put a 150-day pause on new data-center applications (June 8–Nov. 5) while staff draft rules.
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Charlotte-area gas prices: Regular slips after yesterday; diesel eases too (AAA 6/26/26)
AAA’s Charlotte–Gastonia–Rock Hill averages for 6/26/26: regular falls to $3.564/gal after yesterday, diesel eases to $4.745—plus EIA national context.